Trumpet Masterclass with Paul Denegri

Trumpet Masterclass with Paul Denegri

CMST Trumpet students had a wonderful experience when they met and worked with professional player and trumpet teacher - Paul Denegri - at the weekend.

Paul, who is a tutor at Wells Cathedral School, came to Truro School on Saturday 27th October to share his vast knowledge and wisdom with some of our advanced young trumpeters. The time was spent developing breathing techniques and warm-ups and allowing the youngsters to try out new ideas in their playing. James G from Penzance played one of the pieces he is preparing for his Grade 8. Paul helped James to shape some of the phrases and to add more style in his performance. Immy T from Mawnan impressed Paul with her playing by heart of one of her solos. Paul was able to again show Immy how to further create a fabulous atmosphere in her already beautiful playing. Harry F was put into the hot seat with a warm up game he managed with real confidence. 

A most enjoyable morning was had by all.

Cornwall Music Service Trust Pupil of The Month Winner - June 2018

Cornwall Music Service Trust Pupil of The Month Winner - June 2018

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Congratulations go to Sam Coles who has been awarded the CMST Pupil of The Month Award for June, 2018.

Sam had his first musical experience through the First Access programme and this inspired him to go along to his local brass band. A nice example of how an initial seed of musical inspiration in school can benefit the learner and the community.

His teacher, Anna Minear, was delivering at the Royal Cornwall Show this year on behalf of Cornwall Music Service Trust and had this to say: “This year I attended the Royal Cornwall Show on behalf of CMST. I was delighted when on the Friday, Sam & his family came along to see me. I have only been teaching Sam since Easter but I learnt that after the First Access sessions he had from me 2 years ago he went along to Camelford Band to get an instrument & has with the help of his grandad developed his skills to almost grade 3 standard.”

Anna continued by saying: “Sam attended 4 out of the 6 sessions I provided at RCS as he asked if he was allowed to be my assistant! Sam really has shown dedication not only to his playing but to flying the CMST flag for us! ”

Gareth Churcher, Head of Service for CMST, commented “This is a really lovely example to see, where a child has been inspired by the First Access delivery model and taken the initiative to follow this through with a local community group. What’s particularly lovely to hear is how this has brought generations of the family more together through the joy of music making”.

 

Truro 3 Arts Concert this Friday

Truro 3 Arts Concert this Friday

On Friday night Truro 3 Arts are putting on a performance of Paul Drayton's latest song-cycle 'One Night...' for tenor and voice. Tickets available on the door priced at £15 and free entry for under 19’s.

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Concert in Celebration of the Life and Music of David Frost

Concert in Celebration of the Life and Music of David Frost

On Saturday 29th September hundreds of people filled Truro Cathedral to celebrate the life and music of David Frost. The programme - which can be downloaded here - featured many of the groups which David conducted and gave an opportunity to hear some of David’s fantastic compositions.

His legacy to music, musicians and music education in Cornwall will endure for many years to come.

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Cornwall County Recorder Group

Cornwall County Recorder Group

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Download a registration form or turn up to rehearsal and collect a registration form.

It’s free!  No charge for joining!

*Eventually if there are enough students we will split the group into Juniors (beginners-Grade2) and Seniors 4.45pm-5.30pm (Grade 2+)